ECB's Simkus says caution is needed on rates and it is too early to say what is needed at the April meeting
The ECB's Simkus emphasizing caution on rates signals a potentially dovish stance, indicating that the central bank may be hesitant to make decisive moves ahead of the April meeting.
The EU is discussing setting up digital tech dialogue with the US and reiterates that digital legislation is not up for negotiation
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ECB's Simkus says caution is needed on rates and it is too early to say what is needed at the April meeting
[DESK UPDATE] Easter Schedule: Given the ongoing Middle East conflict and the US NFP report on Good Friday, the desk will operate as usual across Good Friday (April 3rd), Easter Monday (April 6th) and the surrounding days.
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This approach suggests that the outlook for monetary policy may remain uncertain, impacting market expectations for interest rates and possibly weighing on the euro as traders recalibrate their positions based on this cautious guidance.
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